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Rheinmetall CEO Criticizes Ukrainian Drone Production and Seeks to Repair Relations
Rheinmetall apologized after CEO Armin Papperger's remarks sparked the #MadeByHousewives backlash on social media highlighting Ukraine's drone production efforts.
- The CEO of the German defence company Rheinmetall compared Ukrainian drone factories to 'housewives' making parts in their kitchens.
- A Ukrainian advisor criticized the CEO's comments, saying Ukrainian women work in arms factories and 'deserve respect'.
- Rheinmetall stated they have 'utmost respect' for Ukraine's defense efforts despite 'limited resources'.
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Rheinmetall addresses row over CEO's Ukraine 'housewives' comment
German defence giant Rheinmetall on Sunday sought to smooth over a row caused by comments from its boss comparing Ukrainian factories producing drones to "housewives" making weapons in their kitchens.
The head of the armaments company made fun of the Ukrainian drone production in an interview. The indignation in the war country is great. Now Rheinmetall tries to row back.
Head of Rheinmetall Armin Papperger has dismissed Ukrainian drone manufacturers as "housewives with 3D printers in the kitchen." The reactions didn't last long – and Rheinmetall is also rowing back quickly.
Made by housewives with 3-D printers: The Rheinmetall boss sees no particular potential for innovation in Ukrainian drones. This creates clear criticism from his own industry and from Ukraine.
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